Portfolio 7-inch reflector assembly with glass lens

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May 24, 2012 at 12:01 AMMay 24, 2012 at 8:32 PM

This recall involves circular, 7-inch diameter Portfolio aluminum reflector with glass lens designed to be inserted into a light fixture

Details: This recall involves circular, 7-inch diameter Portfolio aluminum reflector with glass lens designed to be inserted into a light fixture. This reflector is intended for use in indoor, commercial applications, such as office buildings, schools and shopping malls. There are four springs attached to the lip of the reflector. Reflectors marked with a barcoded stamp on their outside surface are not subject this recall. The recall includes reflectors with the following catalog descriptions: 7080*G, 7081*G, 7280*G, 7281*G, 7380*G, 7381*G, 7780*G, 7781*G, MSP5429*, MSP5443*, OLD-7280KLI4G and 7-inch reflectors with glass lens with the “PDR” (Product Deviation Request or customized product designation) prefix; however, this description does not appear on the product. The recalled assembly is used in the following lighting fixtures: C7018*, C7042*, C7113*, C7118*, C7126*, C7142*, C7213*, C7218*, C7226*, C7242*HD7*, and MD7*. Sold at authorized distributors nationwide from May 2008 through February 2012 for between $50 and $100, depending on options and finish type. Manufactured in the United States. Distributed by Cooper Lighting LLC, of Peachtree City, Ga.

How many: About 21,000

Why: The reflector can fall out of its fixture to the ground, which could result in an injury hazard.

Incidents: Cooper Lighting has received 23 reports of reflectors falling. No injuries have been reported to the firm.

Remedy: Maintenance personnel in facilities with these fixtures should check them immediately, take down any units without a barcoded stamp and contact Cooper Lighting for free replacement springs.

For more: Contact Cooper Lightingat (800) 954-7228 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at http://www.cooperlighting.com/ .